u-blox UBX-M10150-CC – A tiny GNSS receiver chip for wearables with 10mW power consumption

u-blox has launched the UBX-M10150-CC GNSS receiver chip tailored for wearables such as sports and smartwatches thanks to its tiny size (2.39 x 2.39mm) and an ultra-low power consumption of just 10mW. The chip supports GPS, Galileo, BeiDou, and QZSS/SBAS constellations and features LEAP (Low Energy Accurate Positioning) technology for efficient and accurate positioning up to a 1.5m range.

 

u-blox UBX-M10150-CC specifications:

• Receiver type – u-blox M10 engine
• GNSS technology
  • GPS L1 C/A, QZSS L1 C/A/S, BeiDou B1I/B1C, Galileo E1B/C
  • SBAS L1 C/A – WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS, GAGAN
• Navigating Frequency – Up to 2 Hz (LEAP) and up to 12 Hz (High Performance)
• Accuracy – 1.5 m CEP (Circular Error Probable), horizontal position
• Response Time – Cold Start (28s), Hot Start (1s), Aided Start (1s)
• Sensitivity
  • Tracking & Navigation (-159 dBm), Reacquisition (-158 dBm)
  • Cold Start (-148 dBm), Hot Start (-159 dBm)
• Tracking features
  • LEAP technology
  • Data batching – Autonomous tracking up to 10 min at 1 Hz
  • Odometer – Measure traveled distance with support for different user profiles
• Host interfaces – 1x UART, 1x DDC(I2C compliant), 1x SPI (SPI interface for optional Flash)
• Security Features
  • RF interference, Jamming detection, Spoofing detection and reporting
  • Receiver configuration lock by command | Signed UBX messages (SHA-256)
  • JTAG debug interface disabled by default
• Expansion – 1x Configurable Time Pulse, 1x EXTINT Interrupt Input
• Power supply
  • Supply voltage: 1.0 V to 1.8 V
  • Digital I/O voltage: 1.8 V or 3.3 V
  • Backup supply: 1.65 V to 3.6 V
  • Power Consumption: 10 mW
• Package – 33 pin WL-CSP
• Dimension – 2.39 x 2.39 x 0.55 mm
• Temperature Range
  • Operating: -20°C to +65°C
  • Storage: -40°C to +125°C
• Environmental grade – 2015/863/EU RoHS-3, Green, IEC-61249-2-21 halogen-free
• Environmental testing – JEDEC JESD47

The UBX-M10150-CC features proprietary multipath mitigation to enhance position accuracy in challenging urban and weak signal environments. It optimizes system power consumption by minimizing heavy signal processing on the application processor and enabling automatic external LNA switching. The processor can enter deep sleep mode with navigation data stored internally (data batching). It also supports Android and SUPL (Secure User Plane Location) for easy integration.

The UBX-M10150-CC is supported by the u-blox M10 GNSS evaluation kit (EVK-M102). It features a firmware-upgradable chip, TCXO, and a 14-pin connector for SPI/I2C communication and current measurements. Housed in a compact metal enclosure, it is USB-powered and includes u-center 2 software for configuration, testing, and data analysis via USB or RS232. For more details, visit the EVK-M10 product page.

The company says the first samples are available now but has not disclosed pricing details for the UBX-M10150-CC GNSS receiver chip or the EVK-M10 evaluation kit. Refer to the product page and press release for pricing and other inquiries.

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